Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Salary : $75,878.40 - $109,969.60 Annually

Location : Concord, NH

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2024-55

Department : Community Development

Opening Date : 01 / 12 / 2024

Description

Civil Engineer (Project Manager)

The Civil Engineer (Project Manager) with the City of Concord, NH has a significant impact in supporting the city's capital improvement and development projects. From water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure to complete streets design, bridges, and culverts. To oversight of private land development projects and greenspace, recreational trails, and stream restorations.

This project management position offers the opportunity to have your hands on a diverse range of projects supporting your continued growth and experience as a well-rounded civil engineer. The community of Concord, NH has a long history of supporting new community development trends and techniques such as traffic calming and multimodal best practices while ensuring a variety of greenspace trails and recreational opportunities and economic driving commercial space, new housing, and living spaces. The Engineering Division of the Community Development Department utilizes innovative and environmentally sensitive design and construction practices to build the community infrastructure to support the community needs and future vision.

City of Concord Awards & Recognition

New Hampshire's first "Bicycle Friendly Community" by the League of American Bicyclists in 2010. The Downtown Complete Streets Improvement Project :

A transformation of Main Street, making it a destination for residents, shoppers, and tourists. The goal of this project was to create a "Complete Street" by making Main Street more attractive with enhanced landscaping and streetscape features, improved accessibility for all users, improved safety through traffic calming, and improved pedestrian and bicycle accommodation, all while maintaining its historic character.

• New Hampshire Preservation Alliance 2017 Achievement Award for Outstanding Rehabilitation and Revitalization
• American Council of Engineering Companies - New Hampshire Gold Award New Hampshire Planner's Association 2017 Project of the Year Award
• American Public Works Association Public Works Project of the Year Award (National Award) Institute of Transportation Engineers Transportation Achievement Award (National Award) ABLE-NH Accessibility Award
• New Hampshire Magazine's 2016 "Best of NH" Editor's Pick Award

Sewalls Falls Bridge Replacement Project :

Replacement of a single lane, historic, 100-year-old bridge across the Merrimack River. The bridge is a critical piece of infrastructure which provides east-west connectivity for the community. In addition to its age, the original structure was designed by a preeminent engineer and former Mayor of Concord.

Recognizing its historic significance, portions of the original bridge were salvaged, restored, and transformed into the centerpiece of a new park.

100% Powered by Renewable Energy

In 2018 the Concord City Council unanimously adopted a resolution supporting the goal of 100% renewable energy in all elements of City operations.

It is the goal of the City of Concord that 100% of electricity consumed in the City will come from renewable energy sources by 2030, 100% of thermal energy (heating and cooling) consumed in the City will come from renewable sources by 2050, and 100% of transportation used in the City will be clean transportation by 2050. This goal will apply to the entire Concord community, not just municipal government operations."

Upcoming Projects :

Interstate 93 "Bow-Concord" Widening Project - $250M widening of Interstate 93 from I-89 through I-393 in Concord. Includes some off-site improvements which will be completed by NHDOT in partnership with the City. Includes pending "Bridge Park" study to explore the concept of an elevated bridge park or other pedestrian amenity to connect Downtown Concord to the Merrimack River and potentially Heights Neighborhood, the new Storrs Street North Extension.

Loudon Road Bridge Renovation Project - $25M re-decking and widening of highly travelled municipal bridge over the Merrimack River. Includes addition of 10' shared path to support Merrimack River Greenway Trail.

Merrimack River Greenway Trail - Regional, multimodal pathway connecting Massachusetts to Vermont. Includes 12 / - miles of trail located in Concord. Portions of the trail are currently in development. The City is currently working with NHDOT and CSX Railways to acquire 6.5 miles of abandoned railway to complete the trail through Concord.

Monitor Way Development Project - Private, mixed-use project set on 135 / - acre greenfield site near Exit 17 on Interstate 93. The Developer has approached the City with request for a potential public-private partnership to support the project.

Steeplegate Mall Redevelopment Project - Private redevelopment of 580,000SF shopping mall set on 50 acres in the heart of the City's "Heights Business District" into mixed-use development project.

Airport Terminal Project - Design, permitting, and construction of new terminal building to support Concord Municipal Airport, a City owned general aviation facility home to 100 based aircraft featuring 2 runways (6,005' and 3,200' respectively)

McKee Square Intersection Improvement - The McKee Square project proposes a modern roundabout to significantly improve a confusing and dangerous crossroads in the community that serves both regional and local traffic and would also dramatically improve safety for children walking to and from nearby Abbott-Downing Elementary and Rundlett Middle Schools. The design will incorporate a complete streets approach to solving issues for multiple modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian, as well as an adjacent fire station.

Sewer Collection System Improvements on the Heights - $25M in sewer infrastructure improvements to increase capacity in the Heights neighborhood, including a replacement sewer pump station, 3,300 LF of replacement force main, and 4,600 LF of replacement gravity sewer main.

Merrimack and Contoocook River Restoration - Riverbank stabilization and restoration projects to remediate the effects of erosion to be conducted in coordination with NHDES and the Army Corps of Engineers.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Instructions for Applying : A City Application is required. An application may be completed online and submitted electronically by visiting the City of Concord web site at www.concordnh.gov. For more information on applying, call (603) 225-8535 (voice) or TTY at 800-735-2964 or 7-1-1.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / DP / V"

Examples of Duties

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or a related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.

Licenses and Certifications :

Engineer in Training Certificate required; NH Professional Engineering License preferred. Valid state driver's license.

Supplemental Information

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED :

Copy Machine / Printer

Calculator

Fax Machine

Motor Vehicle

Drafting Tools

Computer

Plotter

Telephone

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of :

Principles and practices of civil engineering.

Principles and practices of construction.

Principles and practices of surveying.

Modern methods and techniques utilized in development, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure.

Construction cost estimating for municipal infrastructure improvements.

Local codes, ordinances, and state and federal laws affecting municipalities.

General management principles.

Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.

Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations.

Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation.

Computer applications related to the work, including AutoCAD, and other civil engineering design software.

Skill in :

Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.

Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.

Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments.

Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written material.

Making oral presentations before groups of people.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

Good mathematical skills.

Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Typing and operation of a computer to enter and retrieve data.

Mental and Physical Abilities to :

Read and understand engineering plans and specifications.

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, giving close attention to detail.

Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.

Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.

Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Accurately use engineering design software and the AutoCAD drafting software.

Perform duties while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking.

Occasionally lift light or heavy objects.

Working Conditions :

Work is performed in an office and at construction sites.

The employee may be exposed to cold or inclement weather.

Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

The City of Concord recognizes & values diversity and inclusion as a vital characteristic of our organization & of the Capital City which we represent. Concord celebrates the diversity of the community it serves & the individuals it employs, embracing the differences in race, color, religion, national origin, creed, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, & military background. The City of Concord believes it has an obligation to utilize the strength that is born from diversity & that we have a duty to ensure its employees, citizens, vendors & the members of the general public are treated with dignity & respect in all of their duties & dealings with the City of Concord. The City of Concord believes a workplace that creates a culture of inclusion & equity will allow that organization to serve its citizenry more creatively, efficiently, & productively. A successful inclusion & diversity program will ensure these objectives, goals, & priorities are maintained.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent / applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent / applicant when possible.

City of Concord

Human Resources Department

Benefits Summary

BENEFLEX PROGRAM SUMMARY (Effective July 1, 2024)

Employee compensation consists of two parts - direct wages and benefits. The City of Concord provides a "flexible benefit plan" or "cafeteria benefit plan" known as "BENEFLEX". This plan offers a range of benefit choices in the areas of : Health Plans, a Dental Plan, Life Insurance, a Medical Flexible Spending Account, a Dependent Care Reimbursement Account as well as Accident / Sickness (Disability) Plans.

The City provides each full-time employee with benefit dollars, subject to annual City Council appropriation, for use in purchasing both medical and dental benefits, based on Federal eligibility guidelines. The exception to the Federal eligibility guideline falls under Healthcare Reform's Affordable Care Act with regard to adult dependent children between the ages of 19-26. The Affordable Care Act requires employers offering dependent coverage to cover adult children between the ages of 19-26, regardless of student status. Selection of additional benefits, such as a medical plan with a more expensive premium, flexible spending accounts or increased life insurance, may be paid for through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis. If there is money left over from an employee's benefit dollars after benefit selection, it is treated as taxable income. Benefits take effect on the first of the month following hire date. An orientation / enrollment session with a full explanation of the Beneflex plan and its options is held once each month for new employees or as needed when new employees arrive.

Because of the tax implications, this type of a benefit program is governed by Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Service Code. The Beneflex "Plan Year" is July 1 through June 30. After initial new employee enrollment, changes in benefit selections are only allowed during the group re-opening period just prior to each plan year, within 30 days of a birth, adoption, death, marriage, divorce, a change in the employment status of the employee or employee's spouse or within 60 days of a loss of Medicaid coverage or loss of coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Wellness Program

The City of Concord continuously strives to offer comprehensive, responsive, and flexible health benefit plans and programs. All full-time employees and City-insured spouses are eligible to participate in the City's Wellness Program.

In partnership with its insurers, the City of Concord is pleased to offer employees a unique opportunity to improve their overall health and create a healthier lifestyle utilizing an online platform. The City provides dollars ("wellpoints"), which can be used to offset the employee share of health insurance premiums. Wellpoints are earned for your participation in :

Wellpoints earned the previous Wellness year (June through May) will be awarded at the end of May. If an employee does not need the additional wellpoints to purchase medical insurance, they may be used for other aspects of the Beneflex program or just received as cashback in their paychecks.

Research has clearly shown that promoting health and fitness at the workplace and at home helps employees reduce the rate of premium increases and related health insurance costs, improve overall participant health, reduce stress levels, and become wiser health care consumers. The potential value of wellness programs to employers is just as impressive, with results such as reduced absenteeism, lower healthcare costs, improved employee morale, reduced employee turnover, better customer service, and enhanced employee recruitment. It is a win-win situation for everyone and it is fun!

Current Options Available Under Beneflex Program Include :

Health Care Plans

Three plans are available through Harvard Pilgrim :

Dental Insurance Plan

One plan is available through Delta Dental :

Provides full coverage on certain diagnostic and preventive services, and limited coverage on certain restorative, prosthodontic (bridges, crowns, etc.), surgical, endodontic, periodontic, orthodontic coverage, and emergency services.

Vision Insurance Plan

One plan is available through Delta Vision :

Provides coverage on a wide range of services (routine eye exams, glasses, contact fittings, evaluations and lenses) and offers additional savings on non-prescription sunglasses and laser vision correction. This plan is voluntary and is available through a post-tax payroll deduction.

Life Insurance Plans

Core coverage offered through UNUM with a benefit equal to one year's base salary (up to a $150,000 max) is funded by the City. Employees may upgrade in $1,000 increments with a minimum of $10,000 up to a maximum of $500,000 by funding the premium difference themselves. Additionally, employees are able to purchase spousal life insurance in $5,000 increments up to a maximum equal to the employee coverage, not to exceed $500,000 and / or child life insurance coverage in $2,000 increments up to $10,000.

Income Protection Plans

The Income Protection Plan is provided at no cost and includes a sick leave program, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. The Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance is offered through UNUM and provides employees with a portion of their income when out of work for a non-work related injury or an illness beyond an initial elimination period.

NH Paid Family & Medical Leave (NH PFML)

Provides a 60% wage replacement (up to the social security wage cap) for up to six weeks per year (after an initial 7-day elimination period) for absences from work for covered common life events such as :

NH PFML will run concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when the employee qualifies for both programs. If the employee is eligible for workers compensation, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for this same event. If the employee qualifies for Short-Term Disability, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for the same days absent. This leave can be used intermittently.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

A FSA can be set up for Health or Dental Care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. Permanent part-time employees may also participate in this benefit at their own expense.

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

A Dependent Care Reimbursement account can be set up for dependent care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. Permanent part-time employees may also participate in this benefit at their own expense.

Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account (LPFSA)

A limited purpose FSA can be set up for Dental and Vision Care expenses only, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. This is only available to those employees enrolled in a qualifying High-Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA).

Health Savings Account (HSA)

A savings account, used in conjunction with a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis to cover out-of-pocket qualified medical expenses. An employer may also contribute to this account.

OTHER BENEFITS

Annual (Vacation) Leave

Generally speaking, most employees accrue annual leave at the rate of approximately one work day per month during their first 5 years of employment, with accruals increasing at certain anniversary dates thereafter. There is no waiting period to begin earning annual leave. Annual leave accruals are earned on the 1st of the month for the prior month, provided there have not been more than 5 days of non-pay in that prior month. For any month where more than 5 days of non-pay occur, there will be no accrual earned for that month. The Personnel Rules & Regulations, departmental approval procedures, and / or any applicable collective bargaining agreement should be referred to for details.

Paid Holidays

Subject to the terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and / or the Personnel Rules and Regulations, employees generally observe 12.5 paid holidays each year. The holiday schedule is posted on the city's internal website under Benefits.

Retirement - Pension System (mandatory participation)

Upon employment, all full-time employees (35 hours or more) are enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System with a mandatory pre-tax payroll deduction each week of 7% of their gross income (11.55% for Group II Police employees and 11.8% for Group II Fire employees). The City also makes contributions to the New Hampshire Retirement System on behalf of full-time employees. The rate of contribution varies by Group I and II membership, as follows :

Group Rate as of 7 / 1 / 24

Employees (Group I)13.53%

Police Officers (Group II)31.28%

Firefighters (Group II)30.35%

Retirement - Investment Opportunities (voluntary participation)

Three additional options for retirement savings are 457 deferred compensation plans managed by MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC - International City Management Association Retirement Corporation), PFPOPE and Empower and are available through payroll deduction. A traditional Roth IRA managed by the MissionSquare or a Roth 457 managed by Empower and PFPope are also available through payroll deduction.

Accident / Critical Illness Plans

Two plans are available through Allstate offering cash benefits payable upon the event of an accident or diagnosis of a critical illness or condition. This benefit is voluntary and available through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Legal and ID Theft Plan

Two plans are available through Legalshield providing the option of either Legal services or ID Theft Protection plans. This benefit is voluntary and is available as a post-tax payroll deduction.

Merit Pay Plan

Employees are eligible for a merit pay increase, typically one step on the applicable wage schedule, upon satisfactory completion of their probationary period and annually thereafter (again subject to satisfactory performance).

Employee Perks

Family Pool Pass for City Employees, Non-Concord Residents

Go to the Parks and Recreation office at 14 Canterbury Rd, show your work badge or picture id. This is a family pass but you must be the one to sign up initially. Parks and Recreation will confirm current employment on a roster. You will receive a specific color employee pass that you will use to gain entrance at all open City Pools and the Splash Pad.

Beaver Meadow Golf Course Guest of Member Rate

Employees will need to register with the Proshop to obtain a household account. Every employee will need photo ID, proof of employment (badge or paystub) and email address. Once they have completed that task, they will check in through our normal processes and receive the employee rate.

Concord Public Library Card for City Employees, Non-residents

Employees will need to go to any of the three branches to obtain a non- resident library card. You will need to bring photo identification and your name will be checked against the active employee roster. Once confirmed, your Concord Public Library card application will grant you full library usage while employed. The pass must be renewed and will be set to expire each August 31st of the current year.

This document is a summary, only for purposes of providing general information to job applicants, and is subject to periodic revision by the Human Resources Department. It does not constitute any sort of guarantee, commitment or contract for any aspect of the Beneflex Program or the Personnel Rules & Regulations, which are also subject to change. The Beneflex Program is administered by the City of Concord at its sole discretion, subject to annual City Council appropriation and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Would you describe yourself best as a design engineer, a construction manager, or an engineering contract administrator? Describe why.

This position performs in-house designs for municipal road, utility projects, and complete street projects. Briefly describe your experience with these types of designs.

The Engineering Services Division utilizes AutoCAD / Civil 3D to prepare in-house design plans. Briefly describe your experience with this software and the development of construction plans.

Briefly describe any experience you have in the review, design, and / or permitting of private development projects.

Do you prefer to work independently or as a member of a team? Describe why.

Required Question

Salary : $75,878 - $109,970